penalizers
|pe-na-liz-ers|
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/ˈpiːnəˌlaɪzərz/
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/ˈpiːnəˌlaɪzəz/
(penalizer)
those who give penalties
Etymology
Etymology Information
'penalizer' originates from English, specifically from the verb 'penalize,' which is derived from 'penalty,' itself from Latin 'poena' meaning 'punishment.'
Historical Evolution
'penalize' was formed in English by adding the suffix '-ize' to 'penalty,' and 'penalizer' is the agent noun form. 'Penalizers' is simply the plural form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who penalizes or punishes,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'penalizer'; a person or thing that penalizes.
The referees acted as penalizers during the match.
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Last updated: 2025/08/01 15:58